Discussion Jack McCarthy will speak on his book, In the Cradle of Industry and Liberty. 7 p.m. at Holy Family University’s Education and Technology Center auditorium, at Frankford and Grant avenues. A history of Philadelphia manufacturing. Free. Open to the public. No reservations required.

Theater Show Footloose. Father Judge auditorium, 3301 Solly Ave. 7 p.m. Tickets $8 in advance. At the door, $10 for kids and $12 for adults. Continues March 31 and April 1 at 7 p.m. and April 2 at 2 p.m. 215–338–9494, Ext. 1128.

Polish Heritage Society of Philadelphia 2:30 p.m. at the Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road. Guest speaker: Donna K. Danielewski, author of Journey: A Memoir. Copies of her book will be for sale. Refreshments. 215–483–0193 or jeanjoka@gmail.com

Junior Night Sponsored by the guidance departments of Father Judge and St. Hubert high schools. 7–9 p.m. Held in auditorium of St. Hubert, Torresdale and Cottman avenues. Guest speakers from La Salle, Holy Family and Community College of Philadelphia.

Philadelphia’s First Toastmasters Club Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6500 Tabor Road. 7 to 9 p.m. Members learn to improve public speaking and leadership skills and develop effective communication skills. Refreshments. $5. Continues every first and third Thursday of the month. 215–518–9319.

Craft Fair Sponsored by Franklin Towne Charter High School. Held at Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4601 Richmond St. Saturday, April 1. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Spaces $25 each or two spots for $45 (tables are included). 215–289–5000.